Good morning, Fayetteville.

Cape Fear Regional Theatre is starting today a new run of 9 to 5: The Musical—where audiences will enjoy comedy and messages of empowerment.

The show runs through Sept. 28 at 1707 Owen Drive with evening and matinee performances and special preview events.

Statewide test scores were released Wednesday morning — showing how NC schools performed after extra help was given following the pandemic.

Education officials said the scores, which break results down by county and school, show that experts believe a full recovery may take years.

Today, Cumberland County Schools began the academic year with 47,000 students and a new superintendent, Eric Bracy—who previously led Johnston County Schools—replacing Marvin Connelly Jr. Bracy also appointed Tonya William Leathers as chief academic officer and named new principals for Morganton Road Elementary, Luther "Nick" Jeralds Middle School, and Seventy-First Classical Middle School.

UNC football will play their first road game in Charlotte on Sept.

6 at Jerry Richardson Stadium, and tickets are available on secondary markets with prices ranging from $109 to $303 on one site and from $106 to $800 on another — five Charlotte players who once played for UNC add extra interest to the matchup.

Around the World Run

12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Cape Fear Botanical Garden — Cost not specified — Celebrate diverse cultures through a community-centric running event.

Cumberland County Fair 2025

1-2:30 p.m. — Crown Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience local festivities at the Cumberland County Fair in Fayetteville.

The Perfect Pairing: Charcuterie Workshop

1-2:30 p.m. — Grapes & Hops-Craft Beer & Wine — Included in ticket — Craft a personalized charcuterie board while enjoying expertly curated wine pairings.

Fall Run Iron Mike Run 5K Run/Walk 2025

4 AM – 2 PM — 300 Bragg Blvd, Fayetteville, NC — Registration details available — Participate in a community-building fitness event while raising funds for future chapter activities.

Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025

2:30-3:30 p.m. — E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary — Registration fee applies — Engage children in a healthy running program tailored for pre-K through 8th grade.